sorry this is so late TwT !tw! mention of d3ath! Chronophobia is characterized by the fear of the passage of time. Usually, this is connected to the fear that our time on Earth is limited or that we're having trouble tracking its passing. It may also be connected to Necrophobia, which is the fear of death or dead things. We all fear getting older to some degree, or wish we had more time to spend with our friends and loved ones, but most of the time, this does not rise to the level of a phobia. People with chronophobia might be afraid that their time is running short or that they don’t have enough time to accomplish everything they need to do. It can often be found in incarcerated people. In fact, since it is so common in prison populations it is sometimes known as "prison neurosis," which is connected to the disorienting nature of spending an extended period of time behind bars. The elderly, as well as people facing terminal illnesses who worry that their time on Earth may be limited, may also face this fear. Time becomes their enemy, and they fear that its passing will ultimately lead to their death. The fear of time also sometimes presents in the wake of severe trauma, such as a natural disaster, particularly if the daily routine is seriously disrupted. It is also has been seen in shipwreck survivors and others who are trapped in a high-anxiety situation with no familiar means of tracking the passage of time. Chronophobia is marked by a sense of derealization in which time seems to speed up or slow down. Some people develop circular thought patterns, racing thoughts, and symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Prisoners often mark down the days until their release. Many people will also experience panic, anxiety, and claustrophobia, which are common symptoms of most phobias as well as common reactions to trauma. Panic attacks, sweating, shortness of breath, and even persistently haunting thoughts are also often reported, but only in extreme cases. Music is from Don't Hug Me, I'm Scared
So this is kinda a boredom thing, and very much inspired by Jessica Lauser on youtube and tiktok! Check her out (but keep in mind that she's infinitely better than I am when it comes to detail, so there are very realistic depictions of snakes and spiders, as well as body horror, gore, etc. )
